{"product_id":"purple","title":"Purple Tang (Zebrasoma Xanthurum)","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePurple Tang (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"13\"\u003eZebrasoma xanthurum\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"4\" class=\"\"\u003ePurple Tang\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e also known as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"35\" class=\"\"\u003eYellowtail Sailfin Tang\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e is arguably the \"Crown Jewel\" of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"97\" class=\"\"\u003eZebrasoma\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e genus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e While many other tangs on your list are common in your local Indonesian waters,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e the Purple Tang is an exotic import from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"239\" class=\"\"\u003eRed Sea\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e and the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"255\" class=\"\"\u003eArabian Sea\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e It is prized for its royal coloration,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e hardiness once established,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e and its legendary (and sometimes spicy) personality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"2\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Purple Tang,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Yellowtail Sailfin Tang\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"17\" class=\"\"\u003eZebrasoma xanthurum\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Red Sea,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Gulf of Aden,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Arabian Sea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eMax Size:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 22–25 cm (approx.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 9–10 inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 10–15+ years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"13\" class=\"\"\u003eSemi-aggressive to Aggressive\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e; very territorial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"6\" class=\"\"\u003eHerbivore\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e – Algae grazing specialist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Moderate (due to aggression and swimming needs)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"5\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Identification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe Purple Tang is a masterclass in color contrast:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eThe Body:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e A deep,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e regal \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"24\" class=\"\"\u003eindigo-to-purple\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e body.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Under high-quality reef lighting,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e you can see intricate dark spots and horizontal lines across its face and flanks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eThe Highlights:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Bright \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"23\" class=\"\"\u003eelectric yellow\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e pectoral fins and a matching yellow tail (caudal fin) that \"pops\" against the dark purple.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eThe Silhouette:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Like all \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"25\" class=\"\"\u003eZebrasoma\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e it has a high,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e sail-like dorsal fin and a pointed snout designed for reaching algae in tight crevices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eThe Scalpel:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Features a white \"scalpel\" (spine) at the base of its tail,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e which it uses for defense.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"9\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Tank Compatibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eThe \"Boss\" of the Tank:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Purple Tangs are known for being \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"57\" class=\"\"\u003ehighly territorial\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e They often become the dominant fish in the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eConspecific Aggression:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e They are particularly aggressive toward other \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"70\" class=\"\"\u003eZebrasoma\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e (like Yellow or Sailfin Tangs) and other tangs with a similar body shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"11\" class=\"\"\u003e100% Reef Safe\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e They are incredible utility fish,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e spending all day picking at hair algae and film algae from rocks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Best kept with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"27\" class=\"\"\u003esimilarly assertive fish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e like large Wrasses,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Angelfish,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e and larger Clownfish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e If you want to keep multiple tangs,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e the Purple Tang should usually be the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"179\" class=\"\"\u003elast\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e one added to the tank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"12\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIdeal Tank Setup\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e A minimum of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"24\" class=\"\"\u003e380L (100 Gallons)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e for a juvenile,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e but \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"63\" class=\"\"\u003e475L+ (125 Gallons)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e is recommended for an adult to reduce territorial aggression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eRockwork:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Provide plenty of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"28\" class=\"\"\u003ecaves and \"runways.\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e They need a home cave to sleep in and clear horizontal space for high-speed swimming.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eWater Quality:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e They thrive in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"30\" class=\"\"\u003ehigh-flow, high-oxygen\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Like most Red Sea species,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e they appreciate stable salinity and very clean water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eLid:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e They are fast and powerful; a secure lid is recommended to prevent jumping during a chase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"15\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDietary Needs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eTo maintain their vibrant purple and prevent HLLE (Head and Lateral Line Erosion):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003ePrimary Diet:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Daily \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"20\" class=\"\"\u003eNori (dried seaweed)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e is non-negotiable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eSupplemental:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Spirulina-enriched flakes,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e herbivore pellets,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e and occasional frozen mysis for protein.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eColor Maintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Use vitamin supplements (like Selcon) and high-quality pellets to ensure their purple doesn't fade into a dull grey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"19\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"20\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhy Choose the Purple Tang?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe Purple Tang is for the hobbyist who wants a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"48\" class=\"\"\u003e\"showstopper\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e with a strong presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e It is a prestigious fish that combines utility (algae control) with unmatched beauty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e While they are more expensive and aggressive than many other tangs,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e their hardiness and striking color make them one of the most coveted additions to a mature reef system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquaristic Online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45819298382058,"sku":"18873","price":280.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/0866\/files\/Purple-Tang.jpg?v=1769599189","url":"https:\/\/www.aquaristiconline.com.au\/products\/purple","provider":"Aquaristic Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}